CVE-2019-6522CWE-125

Moxa IKS and EDS fails to properly check array bounds which may allow an attacker to read device memory on arbitrary addresses, and may allow an attacker to…

published March 5, 2019

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
84.9
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Array bounds are the snazzy seatbelt that never clicked! Moxa IKS and EDS devices fail to check them properly, leading to potential data shenanigans! Think of your device as a buffet table without a proper layout: if no one’s checking the portions, someone could sneakily grab food from an off-limit area, making a mess and potentially taking what they shouldn’t. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to read sensitive device memory, grabbing confidential information or causing the device to reboot unexpectedly. This could disrupt critical operations and lead to a cascade of unexpected issues, making it a surprisingly sneaky threat!

Put simply

Think of your device as a buffet table without a proper layout: if no one’s checking the portions, someone could sneakily grab food from an off-limit area, making a mess and potentially taking what they shouldn’t. This vulnerability arises from inadequate bounds checking in the Moxa IKS and EDS systems, allowing attackers to access memory outside allocated limits, which could lead to unauthorized data retrieval or device instability.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to read sensitive device memory, grabbing confidential information or causing the device to reboot unexpectedly. This could disrupt critical operations and lead to a cascade of unexpected issues, making it a surprisingly sneaky threat! To protect your devices, review the manufacturer's guidelines for any recommended patches or configuration changes. Regularly monitor device logs for any unusual activity, and ensure proper access controls are in place to limit exposure. You’ve got this! With the right steps, you can safeguard your devices against these sneaky vulnerabilities! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02540 · 84.9th percentile
Weakness
CWE-125 · Out-of-bounds Read
Published
2019-03-05T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 05 MAR 21:00Z
    Moxa IKS and EDS fails to properly check array bounds which may allow an attacker to read device memory on arbitrary addresses, and may allow an attacker to…
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